I use tarot and oracle cards as tools for reflection and contemplation. Rather than divining the future, they are a way for me to look more deeply at the "now."
"The goal isn't to arrive, but to meander, to saunter, to make your life a holy wandering." ~ Rami Shapiro

Saturday, September 20, 2014

Student Syllabus

This week I'll be using the Wild Unknown Tarot, created and self-published by Kim Krans. I'll also being using the Pictish Oracle, created by myself and brought to life in 3-D form by Alaska Laser Maid on Etsy. Today's draws are the Daughter (Page) of Pentacles and the "Goose:"
When I saw how the goose's head was turned back to watch the fawn, I thought of how protective I am of my daughter (even though legally she is an adult). When she was dropped off at college the other day, she was met by men in combat gear holding semi-automatic rifles. She learned later they were doing drills in case a gunman ever came on campus. I'm sure that little incident has something to do with my draw today. But I still think this combination has an underlying message for me too. The Daughter/Page is at a stage where she is learning and practicing her skills; though I am long-past young adulthood, I am still a student of many things. Besides being a symbol of protection, the Goose also represents being alert and watchful. It reminds me that books aren't the only things I learn from - people are also a vast resource. I can observe from them how to do things competently and intelligently, yet their blunders have much to teach me as well. Information can come in all sorts of packages.

4 comments:

  1. How lovely to see your oracle in practice! Looking forward to learning more. I also think the cards and your runes will work nicely together, both with such nature-based imagery :)

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    1. Thank you Kerry! :) I've been testing it out with a variety of decks, but I think this one might be a good fit.

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  2. I have a friend who reads the Rune Stones. They are very lovely and do work very well with you beautiful deck. Life learning is such a blessing, the learning page.
    I went back to University to finish my BFA degree at 56 and graduated in 2012. What a fantastic experience. I made a lot of sacrifice but it was so so worth it.

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    1. Wow, I am both inspired and in awe of your dedication and willingness to go back to school. I would like a make-over in that department myself, and your story gives me hope. :)

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